Skate Classes

The skatepark offers some of the best classes and private lessons for skateboarding in Orange County. Please view the Lake Forest Liesure Times for current schedules, available classes and lessons. Simply go to the skatepark section for the latest available classes. You can also register online. Please be advised that when signing up for a class or lessons, a skatepark annual membership is not included but required. The cost is an additional $15 for non-residents of Lake Forest, resident memberships are free.

Beginning Skateboard Lessons I
This class is designed for riders of all ages that are new to riding their skateboard. These lessons help develop the basic skills needed for beginners, such as:

Balance

Learning how to ollie

Pushing correctly

Rolling down banks

Safety in the skateboard park

Turning

Equipment
Full protective gear consisting of a helmet, elbow pads, and knee pads is required. A skateboard purchased from a skateboard shop is highly recommended. A quality board turns better, rolls better, and is much safer to use. This class is taught by experienced skatepark staff who create results. Participants must provide their own skateboard, pads, and helmet.

Intermediate Skate Board lessons II
This class is designed for those who have graduated the Beginning Skateboarding class and want to learn more advanced skills. Skills covered in this class are:

Basics of flip tricks

Grinding ledges

Increasing height of ollies

Overall park usage

Riding the pool and bowl

Equipment
This is a fundamental class which can help those wanting to improve and hone their skills. Full protective gear consisting of a helmet, elbow pads, and knee pads is required. This class is taught by experienced skatepark staff who create results.

Preschool Skate School
This class is geared specifically for younger riders as an introduction to skateboarding and the Skatepark. There will be lessons concentrating on beginner skills, general skateboard safety, and safety in the skatepark. Each day includes snacks and Gatorade. We will also be doing skateboard related crafts and each participant will receive a Skatepark t-shirt. For more information about this class, please visit our Summer Preschool Skate School page.

Private Skateboard Lessons - Beginning to Advanced
If
you have completed the beginning and intermediate skateboard classes
and want to excel in advanced skills, then private lessons are the next
step. The Skull Bowl, ledges, or even the 11 stair handrail may be the
most intimidating of obstacles for most, but with a few private lessons
they may be easier than you’d expect. Private lessons offered at the skatepark can cater to your skill level on any of the obstacles for all
ages. Lessons are taught by experienced staff that specializes in
creating results.